Even the best vibrators need care. You’d be surprised by the sheer number of vibrator owners who have no earthly idea of how to properly clean their vibrators. Well, maybe more appalled than surprised. Too many vibrator owners never bother to learn how to maintain their toys, explaining the corrosive green stench cloud emanating from the sock drawer. For pity’s sake, clean that thing and do it right. You don’t want to turn your expensive toy into a germ farm.
Vibrator can be fabricated from a wide range of materials, and the required cleaning method differs with every type of material. Planning on cleaning and disinfecting that jelly rubber vibrator with a good lather of soap and some rubbing alcohol? Not a bright idea unless you’ve always wanted to watch a vibrator dissolve. Own a vibrator that’s not waterproof? Don’t give it a spin in the dishwasher.
You vibrator’s manual will provide explicit instructions for cleaning your toy. Follow them to the letter. Seriously. Improvising your cleaning regimen while ignoring the instructions is a fantastic way to void your product’s warranty. Vibrators made of particularly porous varieties of rubber present a challenge for proper disinfecting. Again, refer to the manual. The manufacturer will give you all the guidance you need.
There are a variety of sex toy cleaners on the market that will clean and disinfect your vibrator in one fell swoop. They’re handy, and suitable for use with most vibrators, but check the manufacturer’s cleaning guide before using one, and call the company’s toll-free number if you have any lingering questions.
Learning how to properly clean and disinfect your vibrator is vital to both good hygiene and good vibrator maintenance. Clean and disinfect your vibrator after every use and you’ll get years of enjoyment from your treasured toy.